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Economic Crises Will Take Precedence Over Near-Term Immigration Overhaul

admin @ November 13, 2008 # No Comment Yet

The next administration’s preoccupation with economic crises will likely prevent immigration advocates from capitalizing on steep losses suffered by their foes in last week’s election, delaying any attempt to ease entry for people in the U.S. illegally. Of the 13 House Republicans who lost their seats on Nov. 4, nine were members of the Immigration [...]

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December 2008 Visa Bulletin Released

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This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during December. Consular officers are required to report to the Department of State documentarily qualified applicants for numerically limited visas; the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security reports applicants for adjustment of status.  Allocations were made, to the extent possible under [...]

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Visa Bulletin Released For October 2008

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A. STATUTORY NUMBERS
1.  This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during October. Consular officers are required to report to the Department of State documentarily qualified applicants for numerically limited visas; the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security reports applicants for adjustment of status.  Allocations were made, to the extent possible [...]

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Business Immigration - Passport to Success

admin @ December 27, 2007 # No Comment Yet

By Heather D. Walsh, Esq.

Everyone employed in the United States must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. This authorization is generally seen in the form of US citizenship. However, if a potential employee is not a US citizen how can you protect yourself and ensure that anyone you hire is legally [...]

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H1B Cap - Time’s Winding Down … ACT NOW!

admin @ March 13, 2007 # No Comment Yet

By Amy R. Dalal, Esq.
Every year beginning April 1st, law firms and companies around the country run to the nearest mailbox or post office to file their H-1B visa petitions with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The H-1B congressionally mandated quota allows for an April 1st filing date for an October 1st start [...]

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